Sales Merchandiser Specialist

Coca-Cola Bottling Co. Consolidated; Staunton (VA); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading company as a Bulk Account Merchandiser Specialist, supporting sales strategies in a flexible environment. This role involves managing product displays, executing promotions, and building strong customer relationships. Ideal candidates possess problem-solving skills and a high school diploma. Enjoy competitive pay and benefits, including a sign-on bonus.

Benefits

Life insurance

Paid time off

Paid holidays

401(k)

Paid Training

Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)

Group Health Insurance - Medical, Dental, Vision & Disability

Basic and Supplemental Life Insurance

Qualifications

• Knowledge acquired through 0-1 years of work experience.

Responsibilities

• Fills, merchandises, and rotates products on display and shelves.
• Manages, sells, and executes in an assigned group of customers.
• Implements promotions and introduces new products.

Skills

Problem-solving

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Life insurance, paid time off, paid holidays, 401(k)

Requisition ID: 223492

Pay Range: $45,649 - 47,567

Rate Frequency: Daily

Join our team and earn a $1,000 sign-on bonus:

• $500 in your first paycheck
• $500 after 6 months of employment

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We offer great rewards, competitive pay, career advancement, and growth opportunities.

Full Time Teammates are also eligible for:

• Paid Training
• 401(k) with Company matching on a dollar-for-dollar basis
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
• Group Health Insurance - Medical, Dental, Vision & Disability
• Basic and Supplemental Life Insurance

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Job Overview

The Bulk Account Merchandiser Specialist supports the POD Model within our One Tier Sales Strategy in a flexible, 24/7 operation. This role is crucial due to the transition of Dollar General and some independent groceries from Small Store to Large Store channels. The BAM Specialist provides vacation coverage, may serve as the first contact during late PM/early AM weekends, and acts as a liaison among customers, merchandisers, and drivers for order refusals and inventory issues. They may also execute weekend operational plans with minimal influence on overall strategy, keeping the DSM informed as needed.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Fills, merchandises, and rotates products on display and shelves following procedures and special programs. Provides vacation coverage for the Bulk Account Merchandiser and POD Merchandiser.
• Manages, sells, and executes in an assigned group of customers on pre-set routes, generating sales orders based on delivery frequency to ensure operational success and contribute to company revenue, volume, and gross profit.
• Implements promotions and introduces new products according to target lists, monthly initiatives, marketing campaigns, POS materials, and commercial plans to achieve high RED scores for assigned customers.
• Organizes and maintains back room stock, including stacking, arranging, and managing returns of pallets, damaged, or expired products.
• Creates and distributes POS materials, fills and merchandises Fastlane merchandisers, and ensures vendor operations are smooth.
• Builds strong relationships with store personnel through routine follow-ups, proactive pricing, and discussions about new opportunities and upcoming activities.
• Identifies and reports market and competitive issues that could impact the business, such as pricing or packaging changes, and performs all duties safely.
• May serve as the first contact during late PM/early AM weekends, ensuring route coverage and acting as a liaison for order issues and inventory overloads.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Problem-solving skills

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED
• Knowledge acquired through 0-1 years of work experience
• Valid Driver's License

Preferred Qualifications

N/A

The work environment varies and may include exposure to weather, coolers, and customer storage areas, which may be non-temperature controlled.

Equal Opportunity Employer - All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to disability, veteran status, or other protected characteristics.

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